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John Helwig

1927 – 1994

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Lived 1927 – 1994 (aged 66). John Helwig was an American american football player.

John Francis Helwig (December 5, 1927 – December 2, 1994) was an American professional football linebacker who played four seasons with the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL). He was selected by the Bears in the eleventh round of the 1950 NFL draft after playing college football at the University of Notre Dame.

Early life and college John Francis Helwig was born on December 5, 1927, in Los Angeles. He attended Mount Carmel High School in Los Angeles.

Helwig played college football at the University of Notre Dame. He was also an All-American shot putter for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish track and field team, placing 8th at the 1949 NCAA Track and Field Championships.

Professional career Helwig was selected by the Chicago Bears in the 11th round, with the 140th overall pick, of the 1950 NFL draft. However, he was drafted into the United States Army in April 1951 during the Korean War. After the war, he signed with the Bears on July 7, 1953. Helwig played in 42 games, starting 23 games, for the Bears from 1953 to 1956.

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Mount Carmel High School
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John Francis Helwig

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Helwig?

American-football player (1927-1994)

When was John Helwig born?

John Helwig was born on 5 December 1927 in Los Angeles.

When did John Helwig die?

John Helwig died on 2 December 1994 in Pontiac.

What was John Helwig's occupation?

John Helwig was an american football player.

What nationality was John Helwig?

John Helwig was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Helwig

· Wikidata: Q21151698

· DBpedia: John Helwig

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